Multifamily Residential Energy Pathways Participating Contractor Network
The Multifamily Residential Energy Pathways Participating Contractor Network (Contractor Network) is a roster of highly qualified firms and organizations who work directly with developers, building owners, and their representatives to plan and implement energy efficiency and carbon reduction projects in multifamily buildings. The Contractor Network replaces NYSERDA’s Multifamily Building Solutions Network and includes expanded service categories (see below) to ensure the full scope of multifamily property needs are being addressed with any energy retrofit project.
Joining the Contractor Network offers contractors the opportunity to support NYSERDA’s multifamily programs, including forthcoming Home Energy Rebate program funds through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
Benefits of participating in the Contractor Network include:
- Access NYSERDA and IRA incentives: Deliver incentives to eligible customers through the Low-Carbon Pathway Program and IRA Home Energy Rebate multifamily programs, helping close the deal on potential projects.
- Grow your customer base and generate leads: Get listed on NYSERDA’s contractor page, where participating contractors will be highly visible to a steady stream of clients/projects and have the ability to capture leads through NYSERDA.
- Enhance your reach and reputation: Leverage marketing collateral, case studies, and web-based resources that demonstrate the benefits of working with NYSERDA’s Contractor Network.
- Build your skills and network: Join Network Quarterly Webinars and any technical conferences, webinars or trainings regarding new technologies and methodologies in the field organized by the NYSERDA Multifamily team.
- Tap into technical assistance: Utilize the Energy Use Snapshot, NYSERDA’s baselining services, for any eligible project.
Service Categories and Minimum Requirements
To join the Contractor Network, applicants must include at least one of the following designations on their teams based on the service category they’re applying for.
Further information on eligibility requirements and application instructions will be provided in October.
| Energy Assessor | ||
|---|---|---|
| Service Category | Designator Entity | Title/Certificate |
| Energy Assessor | AEE | Certified Energy Auditor (CEA™) |
| AEE | Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) | |
| BPI | Multifamily Building Analyst (MFBA) | |
| State Licensing Board | Licensed Architect (RA) | |
| State Licensing Board | Professional Engineer (PE) | |
| Installer | ||
|---|---|---|
| Service Category | Designator Entity | Title/Certificate |
| Air Source Heat Pumps* | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | Section 608 Technician Certification |
| NYSERDA | Certificate of ASHP Manufacturer-sponsored installation training | |
| NYSERDA | Certificate of ASHP Manufacturer-sponsored sizing/design training | |
| Ground Source Heat Pumps | IGSHPA | IGSHPA accredited installer |
| Direct Exchange Ground Source Heat Pump | Manufacturer | Direct Exchange Ground Source Heat Pump Manufacturer certificate |
| Electricians | Local Municipality | Licensed - Electrician |
| Plumbers | Local Municipality | Licensed - Plumber |
| General Contactors | Local Municipality | Licensed - General Contractor |
| Insulators - Shell/Envelope | BPI | Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) |
| Crew Leader | ||
| Energy Auditor | ||
| Envelope Professional | ||
| Quality Control Inspector | ||
| Retrofit Installer Technician | ||
| Insulators - Window/Insulated Panel/Storm Window | Manufacturer | Manufacturers’ Training Certified |
IRA Home Energy Rebates – Multifamily Program Overview
New York will roll out Inflation Reduction Act Home Energy Rebates for Multifamily buildings (5+ dwelling units) in early 2025. The rebates will be offered through two program pathways: Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR).
| IRA Home Energy Rebates – Multifamily Program Overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) | Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) | |
| What types of buildings qualify for these rebates? | Multifamily buildings with 5 or more dwelling units. | |
| Who can apply for these rebates? | Building owners must use a NYSERDA Multifamily Residential Energy Pathways Participating Contractor to apply. | |
| Can rebates be layered with funding from programs to pay for the same measure? |
Rebates cannot be layered with other federal grants and rebates. Rebates may be layered with state and utility funding sources, subject to the rules of those specific programs. |
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| What type of work does the rebate cover? | HER rebates are based on whole building modeled energy savings that demonstrate a minimum of 20% savings. The measures in the workscope will vary based on the building’s needs. The workscope cannot include fossil fuel equipment or lighting replacement. Controls on any existing equipment are allowed. |
HEAR rebates are available for whole building installation of the following measures:
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| Are previously installed measures eligible for a rebate? | Previously installed measures may be eligible for a rebate. | Previously installed measures may be eligible for a rebate. |
| Are there household income restrictions? | No. All income levels are eligible for incentives. Rebate amounts vary based on income level. | Yes. At least 50 percent of the building households must be <150 percent area median income (AMI). |
What is the application process?
Building owner contacts participating contractor.
Participating contractor discusses options.
Participating contractor applies to program.
Program staff review applications.
What are the rebate amounts?
Rebates based on the workscope. In addition to the below rebates for the building owner, Participating Contractors may also receive a rebate.
| Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Savings (whole building) | Income >80% AMI1 | Income <80% AMI1 | ||
| 20-34% Modeled | $2,000/unit (max $200,000/building)2 | Up to 50% of total project cost | $4,000/unit (no max per building) | Up to 80% of total project cost |
| 35%+ Modeled | $4,000/unit (max $400,000/building)2 | $8,000/unit (no max per building) | ||
HER Participating Contractor rebate is $200/unit for projects located in a Disadvantaged Community.
| Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Measure Type | Rebate Amount | 80-150% AMI1 | <80% AMI1 |
| Heat Pump Water Heater | $1,750 | Up to 50% of total project cost | Up to 100% of total project cost |
| Heat Pump | $8,000 | ||
| Electric Cooking Appliance | $840 | ||
| Heat Pump Clothes Dryer | $840 | ||
| Electrical Service Upgrade | $4,000 | ||
| Electrical Wiring Upgrade | $2,500 | ||
| Insulation, Air Sealing, Ventilation | $1,600 | ||
| Maximum per dwelling unit | $14,000 | ||
HEAR Participating Contractor rebate is $200/unit for projects located in a Disadvantaged Community. For all projects, contractors may receive a rebate of $150/unit for a single installation or $300/unit for multiple installation. Total contractor rebate is maximum is $500/unit.
Application Portal and Application Resources
Supporting application materials:
Get in Touch
Submit questions about the Contractor Network to [email protected].